The Wisdoms of the Plant World
A 7- Month Herbal Apprenticeship
 Instructor – Diane Nuckle, Herbalist

2008 Dates - Meets from May to November – one weekend a month – 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

May 17th/18th, June 21st/22nd, July 19th/20th, August 16th/17th,
September 13th/14th, October 11th/12th, November 8th/9th

Come and journey throught the seasons with the plants. We will learn of the gifts they share with us, and their healing and sacred ways. A very empowering course. Let the Wisdoms of the Plants speak to you.

This comprehensive program is a blend of lecture, hands-on experience in identification, preparation and use of the plants, group sharing of herbal experiences, guest speakers and field trips.

A certificate will be awarded upon completion. The course will include:
  • Herbal Preparation
  • Ethical Wildcrafting
  • Herbal First-Aid
  • Natural Cosmetics & Skin Care
  • Ayurvedic Herbs
  • Wild Food Foraging
  • Medicinal Actions & Terminology
  • Herb Gardening
  • Doctrine of Signatures
  • Determining Herb Quality
  • Flower Essences
  • Aromatherapy
  • Nourishing & Toning Herbs
  • Plant Identification
  • Harvesting, Drying and Storing
  • Herbal Therapeutics
  • Herbs for Women
  • Medicine Show

Weather permitting, classes will be held in our 'outdoor classroom' on the lawn at Earth Spirits, close to the Plant World. Please bring something to sit on - blanket, backjack or lawn chari. Otherwise, classes will be inside in our classroom space adjacent to the shop.

Cost: $800.00. This includes all instructions, guest teachers, materials and supplies throughout the course. This does not include lodging or meals. To register, please send $100.00 non-refundable deposit.

Make all checks payable to Diane Nuckle. All deposits are non-refundable & non-transferable. Final payment is due by the first class.

Questions? Please call Earth Spirits at 508-347-1180

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